Whats the difference between R888 and R888R?

The R888R uses the same R-compound as the R888 but the R888R has an asymmetric tread pattern that creates a 14% increase in contact patch while cornering and 10% increase in a straight line. At this point, Toyo is planning on phasing out the R888 in most sizes and replacing it with the R888R.

Are Toyo R888R good for drag racing?

Recommended for competition events, the Toyo Proxes R888 tire is more designed for road racing than drag racing. But don’t let that fool you, the R888 is a great option for street cars looking to get as much grip as possible without sacrificing complete performance.

How good is R888?

provides superb dry grip, evenon a wet road it performs better that other sport tyres, exceot if there is 1-2 cm of standing water. It produces some noise when driving 70 km/h or more, on 120-130 very noisy. Excellent for track day cars or weekend sport driving, not so good for daily drive.

How many miles can you get out of Toyo R888R?

I’ve got around 3-4k miles on mine, mostly all spirited street driving, probably 15-20 passes at the track with short burnouts, and they still have a fair bit a tread left.

Are Toyo Proxes good for daily driving?

I daily drive with these tires on. And sometimes I do a quick and easy canyon run. At first I was skeptical about driving them on the wet, but if you are driving them conservatively and safely during the rain, they are not bad at all.

Can you daily R888?

You can use Toyo R888 tires daily on your car without many problems. A lot of sports cars come with r-compounds from the factory and the car can be daily driven. Will you go through tires quickly, probably, but you weren’t asking that. Slicks are out of the question.

Can you daily Toyo R888?

You can use Toyo R888 tires daily on your car without many problems. A lot of sports cars come with r-compounds from the factory and the car can be daily driven. Will you go through tires quickly, probably, but you weren’t asking that.

Do Toyo R888 run wide?

Toyo R888 runs very wide compare to other tired.

Is Toyo R888 good for daily driving?

What are the features of Toyo Proxes R888 tires?

Proxes R888 tires feature a R-Compound Tread that maximizes grip for better competitive handling and performance. This compound is molded into a directional V-shaped tread design featuring increased tread area and limited void to improve dry traction while the V-shaped grooves assist with wet traction.

What kind of tread does Proxes R888R have?

Proxes R888R tires feature an R-compound tread that quickly reaches operating temperature and provides high grip levels for maximum cornering traction. The tread compound is molded into an aggressive, asymmetric tread pattern with massive outboard shoulder blocks to provide the lateral grip needed when driving on the track.

What should the temperature be on a Toyo Tire Rack?

Toyo Tires recommends the following general set-up guidelines for the Proxes R888: Operating Temperature: 160°F to 220°F. Hot Inflation Pressures: 32 to 38 (psi) Camber: -1° to -3°. Caster: As much positive as possible.